Updated: Mattapoisett Town Beach open to swimming as of July 21

Jul 20, 2023

This story will be updated as more water tests are completed at Mattapoisett beaches.

MATTAPOISETT — According to the Town of Mattapoisett, Mattapoisett Town Beach has reopened to swimmers as of Friday, July 21. 

Water sample tests taken on Thursday, July 20 have tested “negative” for high levels of harmful bacteria, according to the Town of Mattapoisett.

Point Connett Beach has reopened to swimmers after high bacteria counts lead to the beach’s closure on Monday, July 18.

According to the town, “close monitoring of the beach water is to continue.”